Cisco launches unified wireless network software release 4.0

NEW DELHI: Cisco Systems has launched unified wireless network software
release 4.0, which allows customers to simply and effectively roll out an array
of new mobility services including security, guest access, voice over Wi-Fi and
location-based services.



As wireless local area networks (WLANs) gain pervasive adoption throughout
enterprise markets and vertical industries, Cisco has developed solutions and
applications as well as application programming interfaces (APIs) for partners
to capitalize on WLAN ubiquity.



To meet the requirements of these ecosystems, Cisco is delivering an assembly of
its Mobility Services as an integral part of Cisco's Services Oriented Network
Architecture (SONA).



SONA is an architectural framework that guides customers' evolution to an
intelligent network to accelerate applications, business processes, and
profitability. With this unified architectural approach, customers can easily
deploy scalable applications that can be implemented across wireline and
wireless networks.



SONA mobility services require a flexible, integrated approach to wireless and
wireline networking. To achieve this in a WLAN, Cisco's strategy has been to
deliver an unified wireless network architecture that features hardware,
software and services integrated to deliver network scale, simplify deployment
and drive down total costs of ownership.



Building upon this architecture, Cisco today unveiled the latest addition to its
portfolio, the Cisco Catalyst 3750G Integrated Wireless LAN Controller. The new
controller delivers highly secure, enterprise wireless access to midsize
organizations, enterprise branch offices and large enterprise environments where
customers prefer to distribute wireless control capabilities.



The Catalyst 3750G Integrated Wireless LAN Controller is a complete, fully
featured enterprise LAN switch, featuring 24 Power-over-Ethernet ports and two
Gigabit Ethernet uplinks.



Brett Galloway, vice president and general manager of Cisco's Wireless
Networking Business Unit, said, “Mobility services, such as voice, guest access,
security and location, are just the tip of the iceberg for what is to come.”



“These services are the foundation to enable a host of new applications, such as
IT asset tracking, presence-based applications, dual-mode voice, integrated
intrusion detection and prevention, and guest access. Each of these new emerging
applications also delivers compelling, tangible business cases that can improve
operational efficiencies and reduce costs,” he added.



The Cisco unified wireless network software release 4.0 and Catalyst 3750G
integrated wireless LAN controllers are available now. The Catalyst 3750G
integrated wireless LAN controller is $20,500 for support for up to 25 access
points (APs) and $25,500 for support for up to 50 APs.



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